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Question 1 of 5

A nurse is working with a patient who has been diagnosed with borderline personality disorder. Which of the following is a priority goal in treating this patient?

A. Building emotional regulation skills
B. Improving cognitive distortions
C. Enhancing socialization with peers
D. Developing coping mechanisms for distress

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Building emotional regulation skills

Question 2 of 5

Your patient takes tranylcypromine for depression. Which of the following is most likely to indicate dietary restrictions have not been followed?

A. Hypertensive crisis
B. Syncope
C. Muscle spasms
D. Increased depression

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Hypertensive crisis

Question 3 of 5

A nurse is working with a patient who has a history of chronic pain. Which of the following interventions would be most appropriate for managing the patient's pain?

A. Encouraging the patient to avoid exercise to prevent further injury
B. Recommending alternative therapies such as acupuncture
C. Administering pain medication as prescribed and evaluating effectiveness
D. Providing distractions such as television and music

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Administering pain medication as prescribed and evaluating effectiveness

Question 4 of 5

A client with depression who has been taking amitriptyline for three months returns to the clinic for a follow-up. The nurse observes the client for which symptom?

A. Suicidal thoughts.
B. Lack of energy.
C. Loss of interest in personal appearance.
D. Neglect of responsibilities.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Suicidal thoughts.

Question 5 of 5

Your male patient tells you that he has women throwing themselves at him everywhere he goes. From this statement, what is the most likely personality disorder he is exhibiting?

A. Borderline.
B. Narcissistic.
C. Paranoid.
D. Antisocial.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Narcissistic.

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